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Thanks for the sweetest, comments, everyone! My hubby is a quiet guy as it is, so he isn't one to say, "Wow! Look at you!" Nice to hear it from you folks! For those of you who asked how I did it: I am a former binger, meaning I could just eat and eat and eat. That's how I got so overweight in the first place. Chips, soda,…

That's so sweet, thank you!

You guys are awesome. For those of you who have asked or messages me about how I did it, I will respond after I get out of class and after I meet with my trainer. I am more than happy to share my tips and tricks.

Thanks everyone!

I exercise with my trainer once a week for an hour and 45 mins on my own 3 times a week. I never eat my exercise calories. That might be okay for other people, but if I go over 1200 on any of my days, I gain. I have always had a low metabolism, so eating exercise cals doesn't work for me.

Thanks for all the wonderful replies, everyone. I know it's going to make a world of difference! Everyone has officially been added!

Yes, I do feel loads better! I will feel even better when I am at goal. Thanks so much!

Thanks so much! It has been a hard, bumpy road, but well worth it! So glad I figured out how to do the photos. After so many screw ups, it honestly scared me, but I was determined.

Thanks, guys! I figured out how to resize them, but it's not making a difference when I edit the post. Oh, well! Maybe next time!

Need to resize! Forgive me, haven't done any pic posts!

17, when I could afford to by myself one. No way would my parents have gotten me one. I'm 26 now.

Thanks for all the responses! I will add the rest of you tonight when MFP releases my hold! In the meantime, you can always add me! :)

You guys are so great! Between last night and today, I have added so many new encouraging friends that MFP is blocking me from adding any more. I will add you all after the block is lifted in a few hours!

Thanks :)

Thanks for all the adds, everyone! I can't wait to get this going and get out of my slump!

You guys are awesome!

Wow, let me say I am just amazed by the response I have been given between all of you and the people who added me without replying. Thanks, everyone!

Sounds like I need a friend like you, Jose!

It's okay, Jose, u don't have to be nice and sweet to be my friend!

Thanks, everyone for your support. Everyone has been added!

I teach middle school history and geography. I actually diet better over the school year because I am home less. During the summer, I am home with my two little boys with too much snack food in the house!

Can I join? I would love to be at goal by Christmas, so 45 more pounds. I know it's a lot, but I believe I can do it!

Oh, yes, I love my chips. It's my addiction to Doritos and Dr. Pepper that got me into this mess. Can't even keep them in the house anymore! :)

Hi, everyone! My name is Marie. I live in Las Vegas with my hubby and our two little boys, who are 4 and 2. I'm 26, a middle school history teacher, and I love reading, writing, cooking, and shopping. I have a movie and clothing addiction. :P I got serious about losing weight 6 months ago, started dieting, joined a gym,…

Thanks for the wonderful words of encouragement, everyone! It is a great feeling, and I probably would have felt it before this but I have gotten so used to using those big, beach-towel-sized towels that I hadn't tried to use a regular one in forever! Bmoregan- that is awesome! After losing almost 40 lbs, I am only down…

Hey! Welcome to MFP! I am 5'0 and 168-169, depending on the day. I am 26 and have two very active little boys. I've lost 39 pounds this year, but looking to lose another 53 so I can be 115. Good luck!

Hi! I'm 5'0, so my goals are a little different, but 130 would be a great high-end goal for myself. I am currently at 168-169 (keep going back and forth!). I would love some more buds to be supportive with!

Thanks for the response! I will add it my list!

Mine is awesome! Couldn't have asked for better! We have been together since I was a junior in HS and 125 lbs. He loved me then, and loved me when I got to my highest weight last year, 207. The weight changes over the past 9 years and 2 pregnancies haven't seemed to change his feelings or attractiveness toward me at all.…

Friday, March 30: 182.4 Friday, April 6: 180 Friday, April 13: 178.8 Friday, April 20: 177.4- Down 5 lbs a week early! Friday, April 27: 173 Total loss of 9.4 lbs in April!